What are the best e-bike brands from Dutch soil?

Figures from NOS show that there are more bicycles than people in the Netherlands. In total, this concerns almost 23 million bicycles. Of this number, 5.5 million are electric bicycles and the expectation is that this number will only grow. In our country there are various electric bicycle brands that we can be proud of. These include Gazelle, Batavus, Cortina, Sparta, KOGA, Babboe and Carqon. Read more about the most popular Dutch e-bike brands in this article.

#1 Royal Gazelle

The bicycle brand Gazelle, also known as Koninklijke Gazelle, was founded in 1892 as a public limited company by founders Willem Kölling and Rudolf Arentsen. All bicycles that are produced come from the head office in the Gelderland village of Dieren. Approximately 275,000 bicycles are made here each year. The majority of these nowadays consist of electric bicycles.

Gazelle’s electric bicycles are both men’s and women’s models. Popular women’s models include the luxury Grenoble, the Paris and the family e-bike Bloom. The most popular model for men is the Orange. You will see that Gazelle mainly focuses on e-bikes with a mid-engine. With a front wheel motor you receive natural pedal assistance during every type of ride. The popular Gazelle e-bikes mentioned above are highlighted below.

Gazelle Grenoble C8 HMB 2023

The Grenoble C8 HMB is known as a real all-rounder. You can purchase this e-bike for 2,969 euros. With this model, Gazelle has focused on design, driving comfort and convenience. This e-bike has a suspension seatpost and front fork for extra damping. The mid-engine of the reliable Bosch Active Plus brand also contributes to a high degree of comfort. You will notice that you can easily climb hilly terrain and that you will not be bothered by any headwind. You can choose from a battery with a capacity of 400 Wh or 500 Wh.

The most important specifications of the Grenoble C8 HMB 2023 at a glance:

Type of ride	Recreational use
Number of gears	8
Number of pedal supports	4
Range	50 to 110 kilometers at 400 Wh
Battery capacity	400 Wh, upgrade to 500 Wh possible
Power engine	50 Nm
Brakes	Hydraulic disc brakes

Gazelle Paris C7 HMB 2023

If you are looking for an electric with a spacious entry for everyday use, the Paris C7 HMB 2023 from Gazelle is what you need. You pay 1,929 euros for this e-bike. The standard version includes the silent mid-engine Bosch Active, 7 gears, hydraulic rim brakes and a suspension fork. The capacity of the battery is 300 Wh. This includes a range of approximately 40 to a maximum of 90 kilometers. Would you rather cover greater distances? Then you can choose to upgrade the battery to 400 Wh or 500 Wh.

The most important specifications of the Paris C7 HMB 2023 at a glance:

Type of ride	Recreational use
Number of gears	7
Number of pedal supports	4
Range	40 to 90 kilometers at 300 Wh
Battery capacity	300 Wh, upgrade to 400 Wh and 500 Wh possible
Power engine	40 Nm
Brakes	Hydraulic rim brakes

Gazelle Orange C7 Plus HMB 2023

The electric bicycle that can take a beating and at the same time is comfortable for any type of ride, then you are talking about the Gazelle Orange C7 Plus HMB 2023. You can purchase this e-bike from Gazelle for an amount of 2,339 euros. For this amount, the Orange C7 Plus has extensive equipment including 7 gears, hydraulic rim brakes, suspension fork and seat post and a low-noise Bosch Active mid-engine. The standard version has a battery capacity of 300 Wh. If necessary, expansion of the battery pack is possible.

The most important specifications of the Orange C7 Plus HMB 2023 at a glance:

Type of ride	Recreational use
Number of gears	7
Number of pedal supports	4
Range	40 to 90 kilometers at 300 Wh
Battery capacity	300 Wh, upgrade to 400 Wh and 500 Wh possible
Power engine	40 Nm
Brakes	Hydraulic rim brakes

#2 Batavus

Together with Gazelle, the Dutch Batavus is one of the oldest bicycle brands. Besides bicycles, this brand also produced mopeds after the war. Since the 1990s, Batavus has focused on cycling. As the demand for electric bicycles continued to rise, various electric bicycle models also entered the market for everyone. Whether you are elderly or still young, with the wide range of Batavus there is something for everyone. Popular models include the PACKD and the Quip. Everything you need to know about these two e-bike models can be found below.

Batavus PACKD E-Go 2023

The PACKD E-Go 2023 is an electric transport bicycle for young and old. You can purchase this model in a women’s or men’s model, for an amount of 1,949 euros. Characteristic of this e-transport bike is the luggage carrier, the front rack, the steering lock and the double standard. The standard version of this E-go includes a silent front-wheel motor from the E-Motion brand, 7 Shimano Nexus gears and an easy-to-use display from Sire-E.

The most important specifications of the Orange C7 Plus HMB 2023 at a glance:

Type of ride	Daily short trips
Number of gears	7
Number of pedal supports	5
Range	30 to 70 kilometers at 300 Wh
Battery capacity	300 Wh, upgrade to 400 Wh and 500 Wh possible
Power engine	25 Nm
Brakes	Roller brakes

The Quip Extra Cargo E-go Plus 2023 falls under the electric transport bicycle. Do you often take luggage with you on your way to work, to school or when you go shopping? You will be surprised how much stuff you can take with you, thanks to the luggage rack and front rack. Personalize your e-bike with a child seat on the back and a basket or crate on your front rack. The standard version includes hydraulic disc brakes, a Bosch Active Plus mid-drive motor, a Bosch Purion display and plastic handles. You pay 2,519 euros for this e-bike.

The most important specifications of the Quip Extra Cargo E-go Plus 2023 at a glance:

Type of ride	Recreational use
Number of gears	7
Number of pedal supports	4
Range	40 to 80 kilometers at 300 Wh
Battery capacity	300 Wh, upgrade to 400 Wh and 500 Wh possible
Power engine	50 Nm
Brakes	Hydraulic disc brakes

Want to experience for yourself whether an electric bike is right for you? This is best done by taking a test drive. At Fietsvoordeelshop.nl you can make an appointment for a test ride without obligation and completely free of charge.